tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43186373800117624332017-12-13T10:10:27.133-04:00Art Keeps Me SaneKimberley MakortoffKim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.comBlogger617125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-20039453542115386382017-06-27T10:00:00.001-03:002017-06-27T13:53:40.242-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #140<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; It's that time again for Inspiration Tuesday, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/06/inspiration-post-140.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>,&nbsp; We are showcasing our&nbsp;lovely and&nbsp;talented leader,&nbsp;Shery. Her stamp line, Shery Russ Designs, is one of my all time favourite lines. &nbsp;Artistic and funky, they are a pleasure to create with. &nbsp;Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-K5QYhbZVIgM/WUm2qGCPz0I/AAAAAAAAGP0/hYXM2Z6FvMwt3Xn83lQnerAObUaxsy6YQCKgBGAs/s1600/IMG_4456.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1201" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-K5QYhbZVIgM/WUm2qGCPz0I/AAAAAAAAGP0/hYXM2Z6FvMwt3Xn83lQnerAObUaxsy6YQCKgBGAs/s400/IMG_4456.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m8yk7WKONF4/WUm2qMJGe6I/AAAAAAAAGP0/dsIaUzlYIawXKH86vaGMIfmFMk5OaTxsACKgBGAs/s1600/IMG_4457.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1393" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-m8yk7WKONF4/WUm2qMJGe6I/AAAAAAAAGP0/dsIaUzlYIawXKH86vaGMIfmFMk5OaTxsACKgBGAs/s320/IMG_4457.JPG" width="278" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><b></b><br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- All Stamps are on sale right now for 15% off!! &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-30190575014443711582017-06-20T10:00:00.001-03:002017-06-20T20:54:26.317-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #139<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Good morning!&nbsp;It's time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/06/inspiration-post-139.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>! &nbsp;This week we are showcasing our fabulous STAMP girl, Deepti's stamps. &nbsp;I love her wonderful images. Such variety and versatility. Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f1RKYRs_W2w/WT3ysilu9aI/AAAAAAAAGPQ/u2cU6QnnLvYVeq2IaNOUukr0eIOgUnBwACKgB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1186" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-f1RKYRs_W2w/WT3ysilu9aI/AAAAAAAAGPQ/u2cU6QnnLvYVeq2IaNOUukr0eIOgUnBwACKgB/s400/image.jpeg" width="296" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I stamped the circle frame (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Frames-and-Flowers-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5363127.aspx" target="_blank">Frames and Flowers</a> set) several times in black.&nbsp; Then I masked around the outside of the circles and stamped the birthday images (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Kathryns-Big-Wishes-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5623570.aspx" target="_blank">Kathryn's Big Wishes</a> and <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Party-Mates-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5333403.aspx" target="_blank">Party Mates</a> sets).&nbsp; I coloured them in with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Balloons-and-Banners-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5363120.aspx" target="_blank">Balloons and Banners</a> set) in black.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the amazing DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment here and there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!</div><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- All Stamps are on sale right now for 15% off!! &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-71292383361819063662017-06-06T10:00:00.001-03:002017-06-11T22:41:04.231-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #137<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I'm so sorry that I am late with this post!!&nbsp; Things are crazy busy&nbsp;for me right now.&nbsp; I'm in the&nbsp;process of taking over a new business and it's been quite the learning curve.&nbsp; &nbsp;Anyway, here is my inspiration post for <a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/06/inspiration-post-137.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>.&nbsp; This past week we&nbsp;showcased&nbsp;Shirley's stamps.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is what I made...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BlF5_uLdUd8/WT3xC3UafYI/AAAAAAAAGPI/YXwvyPyprMAo07_Lv3wda-9F9dmgF8SGgCKgB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1196" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BlF5_uLdUd8/WT3xC3UafYI/AAAAAAAAGPI/YXwvyPyprMAo07_Lv3wda-9F9dmgF8SGgCKgB/s400/image.jpeg" width="298" /></a></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Thanks so much for visiting and I hope you have a wonderful Tuesday!<br /><b><span style="background-color: cyan;"><br /></span></b><b><span style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</span></b>&nbsp;- Shirley's The Bee's Knees stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;May 6th-12th&nbsp;the&nbsp;House Extras&nbsp;set and the&nbsp;Two of Us&nbsp;set&nbsp;art 20% off and all other The Bee's Knees sets are 10% off.&nbsp; Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-14162817624582554162017-06-05T10:00:00.000-03:002017-06-05T11:00:33.826-03:00CUTplorations June<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;Today we start a new challenge over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/06/cutplorations-june-challenge.html" target="_blank">CUTplorations</a>.&nbsp; Our photo inspiration is&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check it out...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3XhxBGfj20Q/WTVi6lgbykI/AAAAAAAAGOU/1qOh1WBt5G0t-8w6AzjpmvPU9kCRnEIawCKgB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="395" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3XhxBGfj20Q/WTVi6lgbykI/AAAAAAAAGOU/1qOh1WBt5G0t-8w6AzjpmvPU9kCRnEIawCKgB/s320/image.jpeg" width="316" /></a></div><br />Isn't that a fun cake? &nbsp; I was inspired by the fancy cupcake wrappers and the red colour of the dragon cake. &nbsp;Take a look...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GVTnNqSPmew/WOGvpEymQyI/AAAAAAAAGGg/uNznTUvKUJ8UGtr9iqvXqg3cMZV8sd6CgCLcB/s1600/cutapril2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-22KfpMi3pZ4/WTVitbhussI/AAAAAAAAGOQ/_x9nmVmeFCocerrbi0fdysplnyQGfCSPgCKgB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1245" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-22KfpMi3pZ4/WTVitbhussI/AAAAAAAAGOQ/_x9nmVmeFCocerrbi0fdysplnyQGfCSPgCKgB/s400/image.jpeg" width="311" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Please, take a little trip over to the main blog and check out the rest of the DT's amazing cards.&nbsp; I'm so lucky to be among such talented people!&nbsp; Hope to see your fabulous cards linked up!</div><br />Here's all the prize details:<br /><br />- there's a $10 gift certificate to the winner voted by the Inspiration team<br />- there's a $5 gift certificate each to the 2 top picks<br />-&nbsp;If there are 30 or more entries, there will be one random winner of any 2 CUTplorations word/phrase dies used by the DT in that month's&nbsp;post.<br /><br />Well, I hope you enjoyed your visit today.&nbsp; Thanks so much for dropping by!<br /><br /><span style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</span><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-73021499991789035382017-05-30T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-30T10:00:09.138-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #136<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp;&nbsp;It's almost June!&nbsp; Hard to believe.&nbsp; It's been a slow start to Spring here with lower than normal temperatures and tons of rainy days.&nbsp; We usually get a fair amount of rain in the Spring but not quite this much.&nbsp; I don't know about where you are but the blackflies are terrible here.&nbsp; They are super annoying.&nbsp; Thank goodness they only last a couple of weeks.&nbsp; Of course, that means it'll be time for other annoying insects to come out of the woodwork.&nbsp; Sigh.&nbsp; Oh well.&nbsp; At least things are green and growing again.<br /><br />Today, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/inspiration-post-136.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>&nbsp;we've got one last Inspiration post to share with you this month. &nbsp;But don't worry we'll be back at it again in June! &nbsp;This time it's an anything goes post. Take a look....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fVFSw47MQ4w/WSzDpvXG-ZI/AAAAAAAAGNU/ZSl3FA5r2D48K2nXwhtolszrlsHHPFDygCKgB/s1600/IMG_4454.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1210" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fVFSw47MQ4w/WSzDpvXG-ZI/AAAAAAAAGNU/ZSl3FA5r2D48K2nXwhtolszrlsHHPFDygCKgB/s400/IMG_4454.JPG" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3gGrFvFIhv8/WSzJn7KE7_I/AAAAAAAAGNw/8YMJxydtNBExHz9FBSP1DnUcBWm1y2aLgCKgB/s1600/IMG_4455.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1511" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3gGrFvFIhv8/WSzJn7KE7_I/AAAAAAAAGNw/8YMJxydtNBExHz9FBSP1DnUcBWm1y2aLgCKgB/s320/IMG_4455.JPG" width="302" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Yes, once again I have made a Christmas card.&nbsp; I'm actually behind in my Christmas card making this year.&nbsp; Anyway, I broke out this awesome <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Christmas-Reindeer-ARTplorations-Stencil-P5259923.aspx" target="_blank">Christmas Reindeer</a> stencil and sponged on the Pool to Navy ombre inks by Hero Arts.&nbsp; Then, before removing the stencil, I splattered some white acrylic paint and&nbsp;I stamped several small snowflakes (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/VIGNETTE-Christmas-Block-P4958381.aspx" target="_blank">Vignette: Christmas Block</a> set) in silver Delicata ink.&nbsp; Then I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Framed-Christmas-Believe-in-the-Magic-P5443621.aspx" target="_blank">Framed Christmas: Believe in the Magic</a> set) which I masked off the part that said "in the Magic".&nbsp; I attached my panel to a dark blue card base and added a narrow strip of silver glitter tape.&nbsp; I love how this turned out and will definitely be recreating it for my Mom's stash.<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-5106096679385939162017-05-23T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-23T10:00:33.576-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #135<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; It's that time again for Inspiration Tuesday, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/inspiration-post-135.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>,&nbsp; We are showcasing our&nbsp;lovely and&nbsp;talented leader,&nbsp;Shery. Her stamp line, Shery Russ Designs, is one of my all time favourite lines. &nbsp;Artistic and funky, they are a pleasure to create with. &nbsp;Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D55QPqUiIVI/WSOQb1BUJWI/AAAAAAAAGMg/9OU0GWP_MOkB8Ywo8zaApSGeSS6pjeVpwCKgB/s1600/IMG_4453.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-D55QPqUiIVI/WSOQb1BUJWI/AAAAAAAAGMg/9OU0GWP_MOkB8Ywo8zaApSGeSS6pjeVpwCKgB/s400/IMG_4453.JPG" width="293" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>First, I stamped the lighthouse (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/True-North-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5450648.aspx" target="_blank">True North</a> set) in Walnut Stain Distress ink.&nbsp; I coloured it in with&nbsp;my Prismacolour pencil crayons (white and brown).&nbsp; Then I created a&nbsp;mask and covered it up.&nbsp; I splatter Walnut Stain ink over top.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Fond-Expressions-2-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5363138.aspx" target="_blank">Fond Expressions 2</a> set)&nbsp;on a piece of white cardstock and added a strip of aqua cardstock underneath.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- Shery Russ Designs stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;May 23rd - May 29th the <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/A-Cup-of-Roses-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5677145.aspx" target="_blank">A&nbsp;Cup of Roses</a>&nbsp;stamp set and <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Many-Blessings-Stamps-and-Coordinating-Die-P5662970.aspx" target="_blank">Many Blessings</a>&nbsp;stamps and coordinating dies&nbsp;are 20% off and all other Shery Russ Designs sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-21892814101902020632017-05-16T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-16T10:00:25.831-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #134<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Good morning! &nbsp;Once again it's rainy here and a bit chilly. It's not been a particularly nice Spring so far. A ton of rain and too cold. Our neighbour is a farmer (grows the best strawberries and potatoes!) and he hasn't been able to plant anything yet. Not good. ☹️ &nbsp;We are supposed to get some super warm weather the end of the week so hoping that helps him.<br /><br />Anyway, it's time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/inspiration-post-134.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>! &nbsp;This week we are showcasing our fabulous STAMP girl, Deepti's stamps. &nbsp;I love her wonderful images. Such variety and versatility. Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6DqJhy2RiE/WRrlpe6xZKI/AAAAAAAAGLE/2xHQUp-Nd-8_G_lxxn1xSiOFsoUFH2PEACKgB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6DqJhy2RiE/WRrlpe6xZKI/AAAAAAAAGLE/2xHQUp-Nd-8_G_lxxn1xSiOFsoUFH2PEACKgB/s400/image.jpeg" width="310" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">First, I stamped the flowers (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Smile-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5601061.aspx" target="_blank">Smile</a> set) and coloured them in with my Spectrum Noir markers. &nbsp;Then I added a strip of washi tape. Now, I'd never used this washi tape before and so I didn't realize that it was semi-transparent so the flower stamping I'd done was showing through. It looked terrible so I cut a strip of white cardstock and put that underneath the tape. Much better! &nbsp;Lastly, I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Just-Because-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5674958.aspx" target="_blank">Just Because</a> set) in black.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the amazing DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment here and there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!</div><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Dees-Artsy-Impressions-C364679.aspx?sid=38054" target="_blank">Dee's Artsy Impressions</a>&nbsp;stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From April 16th - 22nd her <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Rise-and-Grind-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5679559.aspx" target="_blank">Rise and Grind</a> and <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Power-of-Words-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5649430.aspx" target="_blank">Power of Words</a>&nbsp;sets are 20% off and all other sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><div><br /><br />I'd like to link up to the following challenges:<br /><br /><a href="http://modsquadchallenge.com/" target="_blank">Mod Squad Challenge Blog</a> - "Let's Color"<br /><a href="http://addictedtocas.blogspot.ca/2017/05/challenge-111-pink.html" target="_blank">Addicted to CAS</a> - code word is "Pink"<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-V7uY-wglwMA/WRrok3dQvFI/AAAAAAAAGLY/DW7zMhIT-1E0Q5LMIPhg2DOsX_K3x7awgCKgB/s1600/IMG_0040.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-V7uY-wglwMA/WRrok3dQvFI/AAAAAAAAGLY/DW7zMhIT-1E0Q5LMIPhg2DOsX_K3x7awgCKgB/s1600/IMG_0040.JPG" /></a></div><br /><br /></div></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-49957532961591679612017-05-09T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-09T10:00:08.229-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #133<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Well, true&nbsp;to form, here in New Brunswick, Spring has brought the rain.&nbsp; It has rained A LOT here.&nbsp; On Saturday we had more than 50mm of rain.&nbsp; Some areas here and in Fredericton the river has reached flood levels.&nbsp; The old Trans Canada&nbsp;Highway has&nbsp;shut down from here to&nbsp;Burton.&nbsp; Some&nbsp;of it is underwater right now.&nbsp; I feel bad for those who live along there.&nbsp; But, they have gone through this many times before.&nbsp; I don't know how they do it. &nbsp;We haven't had bad flooding for a couple of years&nbsp;so I guess it was just a matter of time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Unfortunately, there's more rain coming.&nbsp; Thank goodness we live far enough away from the river and are up on a hill.&nbsp;&nbsp;Anyway, it is time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/inspiration-post-133.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>.&nbsp; This week we are showcasing Becca's stamps.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is what I made...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2UDn0mHbJGk/WQ-ziK6srRI/AAAAAAAAGKo/1HIWb1CVEcwiEBeFbFVHh9bpLLFgcp1zQCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2UDn0mHbJGk/WQ-ziK6srRI/AAAAAAAAGKo/1HIWb1CVEcwiEBeFbFVHh9bpLLFgcp1zQCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="307" /></a></div><br />First, I stamped the candles (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/A-Snarky-Birthday-to-You-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5674959.aspx" target="_blank">A Snarky Birthday to You</a> set) and then the sentiment (same set).&nbsp; Then I created masks for the candles and the sentiment.&nbsp; I then stamped&nbsp;the grunge background (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Mixed-Media-Elements-October-2015-P5432310.aspx" target="_blank">Mixed Media&nbsp;Elements</a> set) using Dove Gray StazOn ink.&nbsp; I removed the masks and coloured in the candles with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; This set always makes me laugh.<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Thanks so much for visiting and I hope you have a wonderful Tuesday!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-C366724.aspx?sid=38054" target="_blank">Becca's&nbsp;Big Grins</a>&nbsp;stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;April 11th-17th, the&nbsp;sets, <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/A-Full-Heart-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5674964.aspx" target="_blank">A Full Heart</a> and <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Buttercups-and-Butterflies-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5633676.aspx" target="_blank">Buttercups and Butterflies</a>&nbsp;are 20% off and all other Becca's Big Grins sets are 10% off.&nbsp; Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I'd like to link up to the following challenges:<br /><br /><a href="http://craftstamper.blogspot.ca/2017/05/take-it-make-it-challenge-may.html" target="_blank">Craft Stamper Magazine, Take it Make it Challenge, May</a> - Anything Goes Stamping<br /><a href="http://casethissketch.blogspot.ca/2017/05/case-this-sketch-220.html" target="_blank">CAS(E) This Sketch</a> - I flipped the layout for my card<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kPVtrDz-WEU/WREkSNH7TDI/AAAAAAAAGKw/0Gfd48tAuTE_io60iu6Nru9hGtrHO9UzQCLcB/s1600/CTS_220.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kPVtrDz-WEU/WREkSNH7TDI/AAAAAAAAGKw/0Gfd48tAuTE_io60iu6Nru9hGtrHO9UzQCLcB/s320/CTS_220.jpg" width="226" /></a></div><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-78471997648415967122017-05-05T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-05T23:21:38.571-03:00CUTplorations May Challenge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;Today we start a new challenge over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/cutplorations-may-challenge.html" target="_blank">CUTplorations</a>.&nbsp; Our photo inspiration is&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check it out...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_pFJRFHXW0c/WQ0zD2F5nII/AAAAAAAAGKM/fJA83KXlrj86aoGmHz3jPMnt3LuuJZJUwCLcB/s1600/cutmay2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_pFJRFHXW0c/WQ0zD2F5nII/AAAAAAAAGKM/fJA83KXlrj86aoGmHz3jPMnt3LuuJZJUwCLcB/s320/cutmay2017.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br />A lovely Spring picture isn't it?&nbsp; I have some of these bleeding heart plants and they are always so pretty every year.&nbsp; Anyway, I was inspired by the flowers and the colours.&nbsp; Take a look...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GVTnNqSPmew/WOGvpEymQyI/AAAAAAAAGGg/uNznTUvKUJ8UGtr9iqvXqg3cMZV8sd6CgCLcB/s1600/cutapril2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uJ3dzJBFJOM/WQeK44ys3XI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/8Bt0NaO9o-8hv9zHsOpJ07DKTR5eAqFcwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uJ3dzJBFJOM/WQeK44ys3XI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/8Bt0NaO9o-8hv9zHsOpJ07DKTR5eAqFcwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="306" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I stamped my daisy (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Bloom-Sketches-August-2014-P4933196.aspx" target="_blank">Bloom Sketches</a> set)&nbsp;using Picked Raspberry and Abandoned Coral Distress ink and&nbsp;spritzing with water first.&nbsp; Then I took Mowed Lawn Distress ink and inked up an acrylic block and added some water.&nbsp; I then smooshed it overtop of my daisies.&nbsp; Next, I added some black ink splatters.&nbsp; I die cut the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Amazing-Word-Die-CUTplorations-P5623525.aspx" target="_blank">Amazing Word Die</a>) from black cardstock and attached it to my card.&nbsp; Then I stamped the rest of the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/SENTIMENT-BUILDERS-Happy-P4932310.aspx" target="_blank">Sentiment Builders: Happy</a> set)&nbsp;around it in black.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Please, take a little trip over to the main blog and check out the rest of the DT's amazing cards.&nbsp; I'm so lucky to be among such talented people!&nbsp; Hope to see your fabulous cards linked up!</div><br />Here's all the prize details:<br /><br />- there's a $10 gift certificate to the winner voted by the Inspiration team<br />- there's a $5 gift certificate each to the 2 top picks<br />-&nbsp;If there are 30 or more entries, there will be one random winner of any 2 CUTplorations word/phrase dies used by the DT in that month's&nbsp;post.<br /><br />Well, I hope you enjoyed your visit today.&nbsp; Thanks so much for dropping by!<br /><br /><span style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</span><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-89134942213056540652017-05-03T11:00:00.000-03:002017-05-03T11:00:10.506-03:00STAMPlorations April/May Stamps Spotlight Hop<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;Today is the day we spotlight some new stamp sets over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/stamp-spotlight-blog-hop.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>! &nbsp;The designers came up with some really lovely sets for us.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-C9rwfanPUII/WQiClj-DkgI/AAAAAAAAGKE/oKALZ4_mUqsUqZgAa38Ekhy6S2qNTtypgCPcB/s1600/aprilstampspotlighthop.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="237" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-C9rwfanPUII/WQiClj-DkgI/AAAAAAAAGKE/oKALZ4_mUqsUqZgAa38Ekhy6S2qNTtypgCPcB/s400/aprilstampspotlighthop.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Aren't they wonderful?! &nbsp;I had a lot of fun creating with them. &nbsp;This is what I came up with....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M2SJ-cPl0Kg/WQeMXknNx1I/AAAAAAAAGJ0/kFImLijEy6g4I8TSSYpENLRM0foUkdeXwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M2SJ-cPl0Kg/WQeMXknNx1I/AAAAAAAAGJ0/kFImLijEy6g4I8TSSYpENLRM0foUkdeXwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="311" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_t-zvHHXpqI/WQeMBitn4YI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/dxNuCfCKFcEFp-TMng3Lc6QpfVpX9QtwgCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_t-zvHHXpqI/WQeMBitn4YI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/dxNuCfCKFcEFp-TMng3Lc6QpfVpX9QtwgCPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="254" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>First, I stamped one of the perfume bottles (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Parfumerie-The-Bees-Knees-P5692201.aspx" target="_blank">Parfumerie</a> set)&nbsp;in black and coloured it in with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; You have to be careful what colours you choose when colouring on coloured cardstock.&nbsp; Then I stamped the other perfume bottles around it using the silver Delicata ink.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pD5-BcLt-cM/WQeLmpbWhJI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/YTiOXeA92A0E5XxPNv6a_HXkAlZ3hf80gCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pD5-BcLt-cM/WQeLmpbWhJI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/YTiOXeA92A0E5XxPNv6a_HXkAlZ3hf80gCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="297" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I stamped the flowers and leaves (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Sweet-Sassy-Mom-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5692202.aspx" target="_blank">Sweet and Sassy Mom</a> set)&nbsp;in black and then coloured them in with my Prismacolour pencil crayons.&nbsp; Then I stamped the sentiments.&nbsp; I added the brackets with a black pen.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-me5pg5lfNEM/WQeMj9TfhkI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/9tfgcKvrmpcJuUz72yHfvRTgnMVNPuFbQCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-me5pg5lfNEM/WQeMj9TfhkI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/9tfgcKvrmpcJuUz72yHfvRTgnMVNPuFbQCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="308" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I stamped the floral bouquet&nbsp;(<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Best-Mom-Ever-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5692204.aspx" target="_blank">Best Mom Ever</a> set)&nbsp;in black on the corners of my card base.&nbsp; Then I coloured them in with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment in black.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2ABzcFStLmk/WQeM-rUYeUI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/xbNcaw7GDv8dJHY__ruSxdMV89QOatkGACPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-2ABzcFStLmk/WQeM-rUYeUI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/xbNcaw7GDv8dJHY__ruSxdMV89QOatkGACPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="302" /></a></div>I stamped the girl (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/One-Cool-Chick-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5692205.aspx" target="_blank">One Cool Chick</a>&nbsp;set)&nbsp;in black and then created a mask and covered her up.&nbsp; I sponged white ink first over top and then sponge Seedless Preserves Distress ink over top of the white.&nbsp; By doing the white first, the purple showed up better on the kraft cardstock.&nbsp; Then I stamped the sentiment in black.<br /><br />Well, I hope you enjoyed your visit today and will take a look at what the other STAMP girls have created too.&nbsp; Don't forget to comment along the way for a chance to win some prizes!&nbsp; Have a fantastic day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br />Prizes: &nbsp;<span style="font-family: &quot;times&quot; , &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;">1 commenter will win her choice of&nbsp;</span><span style="font-size: 17px;">stamp set and 1 commenter will win a $15 gift certificate to the&nbsp;</span></span><span style="font-family: &quot;times&quot; , &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif; font-size: 17px;">store. &nbsp;Winners will be drawn from comments left on the STAMPlorations</span><br /><span style="font-family: &quot;times&quot; , &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;">blog and participating designers blogs.</span></span><br /><div><span style="font-family: &quot;times&quot; , &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: &quot;times&quot; , &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;">Commenting closes&nbsp;</span><a dir="ltr" href="x-apple-data-detectors://5/" style="-webkit-text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.258824); color: black; font-size: 17px;" x-apple-data-detectors-result="5" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors="true">on Monday, May 8</a><span style="font-size: 17px;">, with the winners announced&nbsp;</span><a dir="ltr" href="x-apple-data-detectors://6/" style="-webkit-text-decoration-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.258824); color: black; font-size: 17px;" x-apple-data-detectors-result="6" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors="true">on May 10.</a></span><br /><span style="font-family: Times;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Times;"><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!</span></div></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-15226709567590457132017-05-02T10:00:00.000-03:002017-05-02T10:00:05.569-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #132<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Good Morning!&nbsp; It's a rainy&nbsp;Spring day and I'm staying inside and I think I may do a little creating.&nbsp; Not sure if I'll make some cards or paint a little.&nbsp; In any case, I'm going to&nbsp;make something!&nbsp; Anyway, it's Tuesday and that means we've got another Inspiration post over at<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/05/inspiration-post-132.html" target="_blank"> STAMPlorations</a>!&nbsp; This week we are showcasing our talented, Shirley's, stamps sets.&nbsp; Her stamp line is so fun and whimsical!&nbsp; Here's what I came up with...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kyP_tBKpWVM/WQeKtZ3Lp1I/AAAAAAAAGJ0/aFHNc-aQRHY0d7-mEw9hetLDhhtjRKxUwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kyP_tBKpWVM/WQeKtZ3Lp1I/AAAAAAAAGJ0/aFHNc-aQRHY0d7-mEw9hetLDhhtjRKxUwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="305" /></a></div><br />First, I created some masks of my trees (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/HousesExtras-The-Bees-Knees-P5363136.aspx" target="_blank">Houses Extras</a> set).&nbsp; Then I stamped away using the masks.&nbsp; I then coloured them in with my Spectrum Noir markers. I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Birds-of-Paradise-The-Bees-Knees-P5633684.aspx" target="_blank">Birds of Paradise</a> set)&nbsp;in black.&nbsp; A simple yet fun card!<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- Shirley's The Bee's Knees stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;May 2nd - 8th the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Brew-tiful-Day-The-Bees-Knees-P5679557.aspx" target="_blank">Brew-tiful Day</a>&nbsp;set and the <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Faerie-Door-The-Bees-Knees-P5649433.aspx" target="_blank">Faerie Door</a> set&nbsp;art 20% off and all other The Bee's Knees sets are 10% off.&nbsp; Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-46501978941305345342017-04-30T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-30T10:00:21.537-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration # 131<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;I can't believe that April is over. &nbsp;The month just seem to speed past so quickly. Here, in Jemseg, Spring has finally arrived. &nbsp;Warmer temps, buds forming on the trees, grass starting to grow and spring flowers popping up. And rain. Lots of rain. 😜<br /><br />Today, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/inspiration-post-131.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>&nbsp;we've got one last Inspiration post to share with you this month. &nbsp;But don't worry we'll be back at it again in May! &nbsp;This time it's an anything goes post. Take a look....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fdoMegwsQcs/WPTEFxPzFiI/AAAAAAAAGII/FWUV6f7ZTQUncwLB45nWJDqK768xMpSsACPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fdoMegwsQcs/WPTEFxPzFiI/AAAAAAAAGII/FWUV6f7ZTQUncwLB45nWJDqK768xMpSsACPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZxUkUQWn_3k/WPTHphOTQpI/AAAAAAAAGIU/vMXznkuON4c58iM0FazmTmt5uNQFSvbDACPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="274" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZxUkUQWn_3k/WPTHphOTQpI/AAAAAAAAGIU/vMXznkuON4c58iM0FazmTmt5uNQFSvbDACPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I just love all the wonderful phrase dies we've got now. It's awesome how you can make a lovely little card from some patterned paper, glitter tape and a die cut. That's pretty much all I did for this card and I just love it. The phrase die can be found <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Seasons-Greetings-Phrase-Die-CUTplorations-P5643695.aspx" target="_blank">HERE</a>. &nbsp;This paper is from a small paper pack I got from my former Inkspirational teammate, Yvonne. &nbsp;It's by Martha Stewart. I just love the colours and how some of the snowflakes have a bit of sheen to them. <br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-41659555863824080902017-04-25T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-25T10:00:10.276-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration # 130<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; It's that time again for Inspiration Tuesday, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/inspiration-post-130.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>,&nbsp; We are showcasing our&nbsp;lovely and&nbsp;talented leader,&nbsp;Shery. Her stamp line, Shery Russ Designs, is one of my all time favourite lines. &nbsp;Artistic and funky, they are a pleasure to create with. &nbsp;Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uwCVDyOcP0o/WPTPh5s7KPI/AAAAAAAAGIk/1Uocv_1sbpYnyAlk5kd5ePd6ggqjMrEdQCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uwCVDyOcP0o/WPTPh5s7KPI/AAAAAAAAGIk/1Uocv_1sbpYnyAlk5kd5ePd6ggqjMrEdQCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="316" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I made this card for my son to give to his friend for his birthday.&nbsp; He was having a pirate themed party so I decided a card with a pirate ship was needed!&nbsp; First, I took a piece of watercolour paper and using my Spectrum Aqua markers and a water brush pen, I created a rainbow-like wash.&nbsp; Once this dried, I stamped my boat (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/True-North-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5450648.aspx" target="_blank">True North</a> set)&nbsp;and coloured in the hull with a brown pencil crayon.&nbsp; I paper pieced the sails with white cardstock.&nbsp;&nbsp;Using a fine tip black marker, I added the crow's nest and flag.&nbsp; I drew in the suggestion of a skull and crossbones with and white gel pen.&nbsp;Then, I took 3 different shades of blue cardstock and using some scalloped scissors, created my waves in the water and attached it to my card, making sure the bottom edge of my boat was covered.&nbsp; I matted this all with black cardstock them attached to my white card base.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment&nbsp;(<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/VIGNETTE-Chevron-and-Arrows-P4932206.aspx" target="_blank">Vignette: Chevron and Arrows</a> set)&nbsp;in black.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- Shery Russ Designs stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;April 25th - May 1st&nbsp;the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Bloom-Happy-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5633681.aspx" target="_blank">Bloom Happy</a> stamp set is 20% off and all other Shery Russ Designs sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-38776802867464643932017-04-18T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-18T10:00:18.189-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration # 129<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Greeting everyone!&nbsp; It's been a bit dreary here with rain and lower temps but my tulips are coming up and grass is beginning to grow.&nbsp; There are buds on the trees too.&nbsp; Can't wait to see the leaves on the trees again!&nbsp; Welcome Spring!<br /><br />Anyway, it's time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/inspiration-post-129.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>! &nbsp;This week we are showcasing our fabulous STAMP girl, Deepti's stamps. &nbsp;I love her wonderful images. Such variety and versatility. Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nuv2dse8hRE/WPTCTcBUl3I/AAAAAAAAGH8/3mmqo3Ma1WMJEiVEX5VfMaSHgkO4OYj8gCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nuv2dse8hRE/WPTCTcBUl3I/AAAAAAAAGH8/3mmqo3Ma1WMJEiVEX5VfMaSHgkO4OYj8gCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="311" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I took the foliage stamp (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Just-Because-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5674958.aspx" target="_blank">Just Because</a> set) and inked it up with Mustard Seed and Mowed Lawn Distress inks.&nbsp; Before I stamped I spritzed it with water.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Smile-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5601061.aspx" target="_blank">Smile</a> set) in Black Versafine ink.&nbsp; I love how the ink blends together when you wet it.&nbsp; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the amazing DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment here and there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!</div><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Dees-Artsy-Impressions-C364679.aspx?sid=38054" target="_blank">Dee's Artsy Impressions</a>&nbsp;stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From April 18th - 24th her&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Just-Because-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5674958.aspx" target="_blank">Just Because</a>&nbsp;set is 20% off and all other sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-30364355534200969802017-04-12T11:00:00.000-03:002017-04-12T11:00:01.686-03:00Things With Wings Blog Hop Card #2<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hello!&nbsp;&nbsp;Today is the second post for the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/things-with-wings-spring-hop-reminder-1.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> Things with Wings blog hop we are having.&nbsp;&nbsp;Once again we've got some awesome new products to share as well as a look at some oldie but goodies.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UhbAS9A7vIQ/WOPJf82uTjI/AAAAAAAAGG8/wzYYA9ZDz7osw_oElTzlmNH4hAdmC8GEACPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UhbAS9A7vIQ/WOPJf82uTjI/AAAAAAAAGG8/wzYYA9ZDz7osw_oElTzlmNH4hAdmC8GEACPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="315" /></a></div><br />On&nbsp;Wednesday&nbsp;for another couple of&nbsp;weeks, the STAMPlorations team will share with you their awesome projects. Today, I'm showcasing a&nbsp;favourite set of mine, designed by the amazing, Shirley.&nbsp; Take a look.....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9S-hRLkYLMM/WOFxsLQk4gI/AAAAAAAAGGI/Znw-ukKE8gIo8VZ6B9OaaJszWMbDHgCYwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9S-hRLkYLMM/WOFxsLQk4gI/AAAAAAAAGGI/Znw-ukKE8gIo8VZ6B9OaaJszWMbDHgCYwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="293" /></a></div>On my kraft cardstock I stamped the dragonflies (Winged Things set) in black then coloured them in with my Prismacolor pencil crayons.&nbsp; I splattered some black ink next.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (Trendy Butterflies 2 set) in black.&nbsp; I love the intensity of the colours I managed to achieve with the pencil crayons on the kraft cardstock.<br /><br />I do hope you'll join us in this fun hop and check out what the other girls made.&nbsp; Comment along the way&nbsp;for your chance to win a prize! &nbsp;Plus, there's plenty of other chances to win a&nbsp;prize!&nbsp;&nbsp;There's also&nbsp;a linky where you can share your Things with Wings card.&nbsp; All the details are at the <a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/things-with-wings-spring-hop-reminder-1.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> blog.<br /><br />Thanks for coming to visit and I hope you all have an amazing day!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-53808894170660585632017-04-11T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-11T10:00:03.798-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #128<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; Spring seems to have finally sprung here in Jemseg.&nbsp; My tulips are finally poking through in my garden.&nbsp; Can't wait for everything to start turning green and blooming!&nbsp; Anyway, it is time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/inspiration-post-128.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>.&nbsp; This week we are showcasing Becca's stamps. &nbsp;This is what I came up with...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-F_rtzrs-ASA/WOw8kOtUBmI/AAAAAAAAGHs/cWp5n79NTN81Tn25D4_MY3olH0vIGfmYgCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-F_rtzrs-ASA/WOw8kOtUBmI/AAAAAAAAGHs/cWp5n79NTN81Tn25D4_MY3olH0vIGfmYgCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I stamped the large buttercup (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Buttercups-and-Butterflies-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5633676.aspx" target="_blank">Buttercups and Butterflies</a>&nbsp;set) in black and then using white, navy and black pencil crayons, coloured them in.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Bloom-Happy-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5633681.aspx" target="_blank">Bloom Happy</a> set.&nbsp; This is actually a set by Shery but it was the sentiment I needed.) in black as well.&nbsp; I have become quite fond of my pencil crayons lately.&nbsp; Perhaps, I'm unconsciously trying to convince Becca to get some!&nbsp; Wink, wink, Becca.<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;-&nbsp;Becca's&nbsp;Big Grins&nbsp;stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;April 11th-17th, the&nbsp;set&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Funny-Kinda-Love-Big-Grins-by-Becca-Cruger-P5649432.aspx" target="_blank">Funny Kinda Love</a>&nbsp;is 20% off and all other Becca's Big Grins sets are 10% off.&nbsp; Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-83527004375485201662017-04-08T03:00:00.000-03:002017-04-08T03:00:11.908-03:00Inkspirational Challenge - Prompt Word, Spring<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Greetings<a href="http://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/2017/04/challenge-132-word-prompt-spring.html" target="_blank"> Inkspirational</a> fans!&nbsp; It's time for another challenge!&nbsp; But before I get to that, I have some sad news.&nbsp; Today is my last post for <a href="http://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/2017/04/challenge-132-word-prompt-spring.html" target="_blank">Inkspirational</a>.&nbsp; My life seems to be getting busier and busier and I have to scale back somewhere.&nbsp; I'm super sad about this as my Inkspirational teammates are such great friends, despite never having met them!&nbsp; But I'll be around the Blogasphere and will visit for sure!&nbsp; I appreciate all you Ink fans visiting little old me and leaving such lovely comments.&nbsp; Hope you'll keep dropping by.&nbsp; As for my teammates, you are the best!&nbsp; I'll miss being a part of the team but we will keep in touch.&nbsp; <br /><br />Okay, onto the challenge!&nbsp; It's a word prompt this time and a very appropriate one for this time of year.&nbsp; It's Spring!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-70W2u6FR_88/WOWdb8MBOuI/AAAAAAAAGHQ/5_lKfJ1nzpU9MZZkD3fikEjGNCLtimFiQCLcB/s1600/Challenge132.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-70W2u6FR_88/WOWdb8MBOuI/AAAAAAAAGHQ/5_lKfJ1nzpU9MZZkD3fikEjGNCLtimFiQCLcB/s320/Challenge132.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />When I think of Spring I think of flowers.&nbsp; I can't wait for my tulips to grow and bloom.&nbsp; It's been a slow start this year but they are now beginning to pop up.&nbsp; So, for my card I had to feature some flowers.&nbsp; Check it out....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PSLjwYBhckc/WOWcoqtr0DI/AAAAAAAAGHI/PhzifAo590IQaMWzml_Ivh6b3OHTpKMfgCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PSLjwYBhckc/WOWcoqtr0DI/AAAAAAAAGHI/PhzifAo590IQaMWzml_Ivh6b3OHTpKMfgCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="303" /></a></div><br />I stamped my flowers and foliage (Happy Little Stampers) and embossed them in white.&nbsp; Then I took Spiced Marmalade and Seedless Preserves Distress Ink and sponged that overtop.&nbsp; I did a little water splatters as well as splattering some black ink.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (Happy Little Stampers)&nbsp;in black on a strip of white cardstock.&nbsp; I attached it to the card after I added a couple of pieces of washi tape underneath.&nbsp; I really love this colour combo.&nbsp; <br /><br />Well, I hope you'll all come by the main blog and check out the other girls fabulous cards.&nbsp; They are all rock stars for sure!&nbsp; I'll miss you ladies!&nbsp; Don't forget to check out our Guest Designer too, Trina!<br /><br />Thanks for visiting and have a lovely day!</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-88066089899595363492017-04-05T11:00:00.000-03:002017-04-05T11:00:31.454-03:00Things With Wings Blog Hop<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hello again everyone!&nbsp; Over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.ca/2017/04/things-with-wings-spring-hop.html?m=1" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> we are having a super fun blog hop.&nbsp; It's the Things With Wings Hop!&nbsp; We've got some awesome new products to share as well as a look at some oldie but goodies.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UhbAS9A7vIQ/WOPJf82uTjI/AAAAAAAAGG8/wzYYA9ZDz7osw_oElTzlmNH4hAdmC8GEACPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UhbAS9A7vIQ/WOPJf82uTjI/AAAAAAAAGG8/wzYYA9ZDz7osw_oElTzlmNH4hAdmC8GEACPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="315" /></a></div><br />Every Wednesday for the next few weeks, the STAMPlorations team with share with you their awesome projects. Today, I'm showcasing a new set designed by our wonderful, amazing leader, Shery.&nbsp; Take a look.....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m8OzHcUnOcY/WOFxgzlgoxI/AAAAAAAAGGI/mtzOzqDu1jQzBT9Wc_I9u14U1JRWbQ3zgCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m8OzHcUnOcY/WOFxgzlgoxI/AAAAAAAAGGI/mtzOzqDu1jQzBT9Wc_I9u14U1JRWbQ3zgCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="293" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>First, I decided to do some smooshing (and a bit of splattering) using watered down Distress Ink (Broken China, Peacock Feathers and Mowed Lawn) and an acrylic block.&nbsp; Once that was dry and flattened, I stamped that gorgeous butterfly (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Trendy-Butterflies-2-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5676781.aspx" target="_blank">Trendy Butterflies 2</a>&nbsp;set) in black Versamark ink.&nbsp; Then on a strip of white cardstock I stamped the sentiment (from same set) in black as well.&nbsp; I attached it to my card with a strip of black cardstock underneath.<br /><br />I do hope you'll join us in this fun hop and check out what the other girls made.&nbsp; Comment along the way&nbsp;for your chance to win a prize! &nbsp;Plus, there's plenty of other chances to win a&nbsp;prize!&nbsp;&nbsp;There's also&nbsp;a linky where you can share your Things with Wings card.&nbsp; All the details are at the <a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.ca/2017/04/things-with-wings-spring-hop.html?m=1" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> blog.<br /><br />Thanks for coming to visit and I hope you all have an amazing day!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-26221407548078810242017-04-05T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-05T10:00:14.155-03:00CUTplorations April Challenge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;Today we start a new challenge over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/cutplorations-april-challenge.html" target="_blank">CUTplorations</a>.&nbsp; Our photo inspiration is an appropriate one for April as Easter is this month. &nbsp;Check it out...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GVTnNqSPmew/WOGvpEymQyI/AAAAAAAAGGg/uNznTUvKUJ8UGtr9iqvXqg3cMZV8sd6CgCLcB/s1600/cutapril2017.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-GVTnNqSPmew/WOGvpEymQyI/AAAAAAAAGGg/uNznTUvKUJ8UGtr9iqvXqg3cMZV8sd6CgCLcB/s1600/cutapril2017.jpg" /></a></div><br />Isnt it an adorable image&nbsp; I just had to use Shirleys, <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Fowl-Play-The-Bees-Knees-P5674957.aspx" target="_blank">Fowl Play</a> set for this.&nbsp; Check it out....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RmK21rZJ9Tc/WOGpLix2v4I/AAAAAAAAGGU/A055r109pkM_ijixgRgFH1jgKG5VgZg_ACPcB/s1600/IMG_4060.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RmK21rZJ9Tc/WOGpLix2v4I/AAAAAAAAGGU/A055r109pkM_ijixgRgFH1jgKG5VgZg_ACPcB/s400/IMG_4060.JPG" width="297" /></a></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I stamped my birds and then coloured them in with my Prismacolor pencil crayons.&nbsp; I die cut my Hello (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Hello-Word-Die-CUTplorations-P5623516.aspx" target="_blank">Hello Word Die</a>) from black cardstock and attached it to my card.&nbsp; I stamped the Chickie (from same set) in black underneath the Hello.&nbsp; Simple and sweet.&nbsp; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Please, take a little trip over to the main blog and check out the rest of the DT's amazing cards.&nbsp; I'm so lucky to be among such talented people!&nbsp; Hope to see your fabulous cards linked up!</div><br />Here's all the prize details:<br /><br />- there's a $10 gift certificate to the winner voted by the Inspiration team<br />- there's a $5 gift certificate each to the 2 top picks<br />-&nbsp;If there are 30 or more entries, there will be one random winner of any 2 CUTplorations word/phrase dies used by the DT in that month's&nbsp;post.<br /><br />Well, I hope you enjoyed your visit today.&nbsp; Thanks so much for dropping by!<br /><br />ATTN!<br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-15290051492742885962017-04-04T10:00:00.000-03:002017-04-04T10:00:11.336-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #127<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; Can you believe it is April already?&nbsp; This year is going by so fast so far.&nbsp; Well, it's Tuesday and that means we've got another Inspiration post over at<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/04/inspiration-post-127.html" target="_blank"> STAMPlorations</a>!&nbsp; This week we are showcasing our talented, Shirley's, stamps sets.&nbsp; Her stamp line is so fun and whimsical!&nbsp; Here's what I came up with...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9vxkHfiitWM/WOFx0JPE9nI/AAAAAAAAGGI/Vrb21zzji2M89NHqimmDG7IXNIc2UCgegCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9vxkHfiitWM/WOFx0JPE9nI/AAAAAAAAGGI/Vrb21zzji2M89NHqimmDG7IXNIc2UCgegCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="301" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VombvZAeizE/WOFyG8MAmYI/AAAAAAAAGGI/T85dxTaUdUAZzdWpAegyITxsst5xvZARwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VombvZAeizE/WOFyG8MAmYI/AAAAAAAAGGI/T85dxTaUdUAZzdWpAegyITxsst5xvZARwCPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I stamped my girl (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/PartyGirl-The-Bees-Knees-P5333427.aspx" target="_blank">Party Girl</a> set) then using a mask I had made previously, covered her up and stamped the Eiffel Tower (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/World-Birthday-Cakes-The-Bees-Knees-P5363132.aspx" target="_blank">World Birthday Cakes</a> set).&nbsp; I masked off the flame part of the candle on the Eiffel Tower cake to make it just the tower.&nbsp; I added a needle at the top with a black pen.&nbsp; Then I coloured the girl and tower with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; I added some ground shading for both as well.&nbsp; I added a bit of glitter to the girls dress with my Wink of Stella pen.&nbsp; Lastly, I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Hope-Blooms-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5450643.aspx" target="_blank">Hope Blooms</a>&nbsp;set)&nbsp;in black.<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- Shirley's The Bee's Knees stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;April 4th - 10th the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/PartyGirl-The-Bees-Knees-P5333427.aspx" target="_blank">Party Girl</a> set is 20% off and all other The Bee's Knees sets are 10% off.&nbsp; Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-49372279400718993582017-03-31T10:00:00.000-03:002017-03-31T10:10:33.522-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #126<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone! &nbsp;It's the last day of March! &nbsp;Holy moly, where does the time go?! &nbsp;Today, over at <a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/03/inspiration-post-126.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> we've got one last Inspiration post to share with this month. &nbsp;But don't worry we'll be back at it again in April! &nbsp;This time it's an anything goes post. &nbsp;I chose to use a new stamp set that I just had to get my hands on! &nbsp;Take a look....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ryyj7Ei3A0U/WM3m2uD7mUI/AAAAAAAAGEE/2DVK-SgVYjgftDoM5nPgpRBEalef3EOBwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ryyj7Ei3A0U/WM3m2uD7mUI/AAAAAAAAGEE/2DVK-SgVYjgftDoM5nPgpRBEalef3EOBwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I love this set (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Nordic-Knit-Tag-Kimberly-Wiener-P5650224.aspx" target="_blank">Nordic Knit Tag</a>) designed by the fabulous Kimberly Weiner, and knew that I <i><b>needed</b></i> it in my collection. 😀 &nbsp;I took the Nordic knit design stamp and inked it up with Broken China and Picked Raspberry Distress inks then spritzed with water before stamping. I repeated this several times. Then I die cut one of the <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Stitched-Snow-Hills-CUTplorations-P5644342.aspx" target="_blank">Stitched Snow Hills</a> and attached that on the bottom half of my card. &nbsp;Lastly, I die cut my sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Warm-Winter-Wishes-Phrase-Die-CUTplorations-P5643696.aspx" target="_blank">Warm Winter Wishes phrase</a> die) from black cardstock and attached it to my card. &nbsp;I love how this turned out. This set is so much fun to use and I can't wait to play with it some more!<br /><br />Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-41549226228352507992017-03-28T10:00:00.000-03:002017-03-28T10:00:02.243-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #125<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; It's that time again for Inspiration Tuesday, over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/03/inspiration-post-125.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>,&nbsp; We are showcasing our amazingly talented and wonderful Shery. Her stamp line, Shery Russ Designs, is one of my all time favourite lines. &nbsp;Artistic and funky, they are a pleasure to create with. &nbsp;Here's my card....<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6YDb611Zogw/WM3mZz-lxFI/AAAAAAAAGEA/5acUN4UgReEAktSGzAjnFFZHZ2WAY-FwQCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-6YDb611Zogw/WM3mZz-lxFI/AAAAAAAAGEA/5acUN4UgReEAktSGzAjnFFZHZ2WAY-FwQCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="313" /></a></div>I decided to use one of Shery's most awesome stencils (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Peony-Number-Two-ARTplorations-Stencil-P5645520.aspx" target="_blank">Peony Number 2</a>).&nbsp; I sponged Memento's Elderberry and Teal Zeal inks over top.&nbsp; Then I simply stamped one her many great sentiments (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Peony-Number-Two-ARTplorations-Stencil-P5645520.aspx" target="_blank">Bloom Happy</a> set)&nbsp;in black.&nbsp; <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;- Shery Russ Designs stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From&nbsp;March 28th -&nbsp;April&nbsp;3rd the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Big-Greetings-Shery-Russ-Designs-P5501390.aspx" target="_blank">Big Greetings&nbsp;</a>stamp set is 20% off and all other Shery Russ Designs sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-37298770744808239612017-03-25T02:00:00.000-03:002017-03-25T02:00:17.414-03:00Inkspirational Photo Inspiration Challenge<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Happy Saturday everyone!&nbsp; I think that Spring may finally be arriving here in Jemseg.&nbsp; We've had a cold last few days but things are warming up a bit now and the forecast looks good.&nbsp; Can't wait for all the snow to disappear and all the green stuff to start growing!&nbsp; Looking forward to seeing my flower garden again.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Sa0s8mVUrcA/WNXQTMjcBmI/AAAAAAAAGFY/8CRXP0HJbZQW6Yh1Y0_g7v5gB2X6a9GzgCLcB/s1600/Challenge131.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Sa0s8mVUrcA/WNXQTMjcBmI/AAAAAAAAGFY/8CRXP0HJbZQW6Yh1Y0_g7v5gB2X6a9GzgCLcB/s320/Challenge131.png" width="213" /></a></div><br />Anyway, it's time for a new challenge over at <a href="http://inkspirationalchallenges.blogspot.com/2017/03/challenge-131-photo-inkspiration.html" target="_blank">Inkspirational</a> and we've got&nbsp;a fun photo inspiration for you!&nbsp; I have to admit I had a little trouble with this picture.&nbsp; There's so many interesting things going on it's hard to settle on something.&nbsp; In the end, I went with the clock image.&nbsp; Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_U_kWQJSo_o/WNW7AfZJjTI/AAAAAAAAGFE/G5SNTsdX3lADgr1aEV_J6PJGRGdfmmoAgCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_U_kWQJSo_o/WNW7AfZJjTI/AAAAAAAAGFE/G5SNTsdX3lADgr1aEV_J6PJGRGdfmmoAgCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="296" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ePcBUjvwbo8/WNW8h0SG0OI/AAAAAAAAGFQ/BytMm8Pdx8879aUMSj-PwPKoPchc4IhiwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="294" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ePcBUjvwbo8/WNW8h0SG0OI/AAAAAAAAGFQ/BytMm8Pdx8879aUMSj-PwPKoPchc4IhiwCPcB/s320/image.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I first sponged on Walnut Stain Distress ink on one corner fading it out.&nbsp; I splattered some water to created the texture.&nbsp; I stamped the border edges (Hampton Art) in the same colour.&nbsp; Then I stamped the damask stamp (Hampton Art)&nbsp;in SSS Sea Glass ink which is hard to see.&nbsp; You can see it better in the detail picture.&nbsp; I stamped the clock and sentiment (Recollections) in black Versamark ink.<br /><br />I do hope you'll pop on by the main blog and check out the rest of the teams creations.&nbsp; All so amazing!!&nbsp; Plus, we have a fantastic guest designer.&nbsp; You must go and check out Birgit!<br /><br />Thanks so much for dropping by and I hope you have a fabulous weekend!<br /><br />I'd like to link up to the following challenges:<br /><br /><a href="http://addictedtostamps-challenge.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Addicted to Stamps and More</a> - Clean and Simple<br /><a href="http://craftstamper.blogspot.ca/2017/03/take-it-make-it-challenge-march.html" target="_blank">Craft Stamper Magazine, Take it, Make it Challenge</a> - Anything Goes, Stamping</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-70183966526841793672017-03-24T10:00:00.000-03:002017-03-24T13:38:59.223-03:00Spring Coffee Lovers Blog Hop<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Hey everyone!&nbsp; It's that time again for the Spring Coffee Lovers Blog Hop!&nbsp; And because <a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.ca/2017/03/spring-coffee-lovers-and-stamplorations.html?m=1" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a> is a sponsor again, a bunch of us STAMP girls made some cards for the hop.&nbsp; Shery and the other designers have come up with some fabulous new coffee themed stamp sets and dies.&nbsp; I got to use the set designed by Shirley.&nbsp; It's awesome!&nbsp; It's called <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Brew-tiful-Day-The-Bees-Knees-P5679557.aspx" target="_blank">Brew-tiful Day</a>.&nbsp; Take a look...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FWon78u7-Kw/WNCOyEVhEjI/AAAAAAAAGEM/rnqHqxSQt4A0ZJ9huPD8Tvf9rxK8nXdCACLcB/s1600/14801560.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FWon78u7-Kw/WNCOyEVhEjI/AAAAAAAAGEM/rnqHqxSQt4A0ZJ9huPD8Tvf9rxK8nXdCACLcB/s320/14801560.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />And this is what I made with it...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g3KoT6c9WHc/WM3kwz5l2oI/AAAAAAAAGDg/bvYsPcJLaqkyR4YZv5u68HPfQDRLxsunwCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-g3KoT6c9WHc/WM3kwz5l2oI/AAAAAAAAGDg/bvYsPcJLaqkyR4YZv5u68HPfQDRLxsunwCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="302" /></a></div><br />First, I stamped my coffee cup in Walnut Stain Distress ink then created a mask for it and covered it up.&nbsp; Then I created a circle mask around that.&nbsp; Using the <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Plaid-Maker-ARTplorations-Stencil-P5656263.aspx" target="_blank">Plaid Maker stencil</a> I sponged on Peacock Feathers and Mowed Lawn Distress ink. Lovely, bright, Springtime colours. Love that stencil!!&nbsp; I removed the masks and then stamped the sentiment in black.&nbsp; Love how this turned out.&nbsp; <br /><br />Well, I hope you go to the main blog and check out all the amazing projects the rest of the team made.&nbsp; Plus, go hop over at the <a href="http://coffeelovingcardmakers.com/" target="_blank">Coffee Loving Cardmakers&nbsp;Blog</a> too.&nbsp; You can join in on the fun and make your own card and link up too.&nbsp;You can find all the new coffee themed stamps and dies <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/CoffeeTea-Lovers-C372081.aspx?sid=38054" target="_blank">HERE</a>.<br /><br />Have a wonderful day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!</div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4318637380011762433.post-16522370560075393922017-03-21T10:00:00.000-03:002017-03-21T10:00:05.338-03:00STAMPlorations Inspiration #124<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">It's a lovely Tuesday for a inspiration post, don't you think?&nbsp; I'm currently not home right now but in Saint John with my husband and son.&nbsp; My husband had some work meeting he needed to attend today and tomorrow and I had to work tonight doing a paint night party in Sussex.&nbsp; This posed a problem with having only one car and no one to look after our son.&nbsp; Soooo, here we are.&nbsp; I'll drive from here to Sussex instead.&nbsp; It's about the same distance.&nbsp; Oh the things we do for our jobs.&nbsp; My son is happy as he gets to stay in a hotel with a pool and miss two days of school.&nbsp; LOL.<br /><br />Anyway, it's time for another inspiration post over at&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.blogspot.com/2017/03/inspiration-post-124.html" target="_blank">STAMPlorations</a>! &nbsp;This week we are showcasing our fabulous STAMP girl, Deepti's stamps. &nbsp;I love her wonderful images. Such variety and versatility. Here's my card....<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jSeOLum0PlA/WM3lstUYEqI/AAAAAAAAGEA/LNbx53vr85sVa_EmocfojJ6zZ64XLw2egCPcB/s1600/image.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jSeOLum0PlA/WM3lstUYEqI/AAAAAAAAGEA/LNbx53vr85sVa_EmocfojJ6zZ64XLw2egCPcB/s400/image.jpeg" width="310" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I made this card for my husband.&nbsp; It's his 50th this year and he's not happy about it.&nbsp; LOL.&nbsp; I stamped my candles (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Party-Mates-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5333403.aspx" target="_blank">Party Mates</a> set) and coloured them in with my Spectrum Noir markers.&nbsp; I stamped the sentiment (<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Balloons-and-Banners-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5363120.aspx" target="_blank">Balloons and Banners</a> set) in black.&nbsp; I added the 50 with the <a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Numbers-Plate-Die-CUTplorations-P5674960.aspx" target="_blank">Numbers Plate</a> die.&nbsp; I hand wrote the "th" with a black marker.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Well, I hope you pop on over to the main blog and check out what the rest of the amazing DT made. &nbsp;Leave a comment here and there and be entered for a chance to win a $10 gift certificate to the STAMPlorations store!<br /><br />Have a lovely day and thanks for stopping by!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">FYI</b>&nbsp;-&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Dees-Artsy-Impressions-C364679.aspx?sid=38054" target="_blank">Dee's Artsy Impressions</a>&nbsp;stamp sets are all on sale right now! &nbsp;From February 21st - 27th her&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Power-of-Words-Dees-Artsy-Impressions-P5649430.aspx" target="_blank">Power of Words</a>&nbsp;set is 20% off and all other sets are 10% off. &nbsp;Use my discount code below and get an additional 20% off! &nbsp;Don't miss this deal!!<br /><br /><b style="background-color: yellow;">ATTN!</b><br />Guess&nbsp;what?!&nbsp; Now,&nbsp;over at the&nbsp;<a href="http://stamplorations.auctivacommerce.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">STAMPlorations store</a>,&nbsp;you can use my personal STAMPlorations&nbsp;discount code to save 20% off stamps, stencils and dies!&nbsp; You can use it on regular and sale priced items.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, it cannot be combined with any other discount codes.&nbsp; Just enter in STAMPGIRLKIM in the&nbsp;discount code&nbsp;spot and you are good to go!&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; Happy shopping!<br /><b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br /></div>Kim Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17591172811732062226noreply@blogger.com3